Candidate

James Allard

Running for County Sheriff in Steuben County

James L. Allard is the current Sheriff of Steuben County, New York, having been elected in 2016 and re-elected in 2020 and 2024. He has served in law enforcement since 1988.

Where they stand

ⓘ AI-compiled · verify · compiled June 30, 2026

Public Safety
Sheriff Allard emphasizes providing professional police and public safety services, including law enforcement, corrections, and school safety.
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Public Safety
Under his leadership, the Sheriff's Office increased efforts to remove drunk and drugged drivers, resulting in a significant rise in arrests.
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Public Safety Initiatives
He has initiated programs at the jail to engage inmates in productive activities, such as the Inmate Garden and Outside Work Programs.
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Community Engagement
He encourages community engagement by recognizing staff who positively impact community members, fostering trust.
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Crime Prevention
Sheriff Allard actively addresses phone scams and advises the public on recognizing and avoiding fraudulent activities.
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Intergovernmental Relations
He sought to update the intergovernmental agreement with the U.S. Marshals for housing federal prisoners at an increased rate.
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🗳️ When to vote

General Election

Tuesday, November 3, 2026

60 days away

Early voting
Oct 24–Nov 1
in 50 days
Election day
Nov 3
in 60 days

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Sources

ℹ️ Registered candidate from official NY Board of Elections records (filed 10/27/2024). Verify details with your local election office.

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